Jun/091
Here We Go . . .
In the matter of a few hours, we’ll be in the air circling the globe to the other side of the world. South Korea, Mongolia, and China are our destination. 35 other members of our church will join as we travel to Mongolia to train their worship team, do a construction projection, and a conduct a kids Vacation Bible School.
On our return trip while the rest of our team heads back to the United States, our family (including John Staub) will take a few days side trip to Beijing, China. My girls are even more excited about this incredible opportunity. Please keep us in your prayers. Also, we’ll periodically try to make updates throughout the trip. Please visit this page to subscribe and automatically get notifications of updates via your email.
More later . . . 
Oct/080
In Everything, Be Thankful
It’s not even November yet, and I’m already eagerly looking forward to the holidays — Christmas & Thanksgiving! Perhaps this is a side affect of turning 40 —this nostalgic holiday feeling on October 29. Actually, I got excited for Thanksgiving after hearing my nine year old pray at dinner on Monday night.
It began Sunday morning when Pastor Kevin was sharing for communion about being thankful in all things. (Even being thankful when the opposing team beats you in paintball!) Sometimes you wonder if kids are even listening or understanding adult messages. However, it was obvious sitting at the kitchen table Monday evening that Selah “got it.” She started to pray and actually mentioned Pastor Kevin in her prayer and his message on being thankful. She then began to go through a whole long list of things for which she was thankful. I can’t even begin to remember or list them all. She just started and hit about everything. I sat there amazed first of all that she heard the message and really understood it. Then I was amazed at all the things for which she gave thanks. I thought as she prayed, “yes, God, we’re thankful for that.” I so appreciate kids at this age and what God teaches me through them.
Oct/080
Charlene’s Birthday
On Saturday, we took Charlene out for dinner at Northwoods to celebrate her birthday.
Pastor Jon Plotner
